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Hi Steve,
I couldn't view the images via the forum but my email notification did provide the link, I've saved those so hope OK to post direct here for them to display. Nice looking Type A & Type B officer's. John Last edited by rac1944; 27-05-17 at 08:24 AM. Reason: Forgot the pics! |
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Hi Mike,
That's an impressive collection any Recce collector would love to have. Again Type A and Type B officer's, I wonder if the other Types are that much more unusual? And that Indian Head - exceptionally rare badge since it must have been made as a trial by Gaunt, the design committee rejected it with these fairly harsh words 'We do not like the Indian's Head .. because it is foreign.' They also designed another Indian Head with the head alone above a scroll entitled 'Infantry Reconnaissance Corps', the designs being conceived before the Corps' name had been finalised. Gaunt's produced at least 6 designs other than that chosen and even Rex Whistler got in on the act providing selection of proposed designs. Any others actually manufactured for trial?? John Quote:
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John
Many thanks for the information. I also like the reference to Indian Head design in Len Whittaker's notes via Ian's response (link to his album in post 4 of this thread). Len really was a trail blazer and an icon in the field of Commando and Special forces too. He was a great friend when I started collecting in those areas. Your own explanation regarding the Indian head design is fascinating, and your knowledge impressive - exactly the reason why I shared my images, and as always proving correspondence through the forum all adds to our collective understanding. Regards and thanks Mike Last edited by Mike B; 26-05-17 at 06:55 PM. |
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Hello Stephen
I looked at your profile to see your albums ... not sure how to access the Military Illustrated item you refer to ... any guidance appreciated! Regards Mike |
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Thanks Stephen, great what's available on the forum - save people searching, here's a link direct to this album http://www.britishbadgeforum.com/for...hp?albumid=331.
John |
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The final image in your album is the Indian Head pattern which got to a trial die.
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John
Many thanks - you're a gent Stephen Great Album Thanks Mike |
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officers, recce, silver/gilt |
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